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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chinese Consulate

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Experience modern comfort and charm at Freehand Chicago, where a warm welcome awaits near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the fireplace in the lobby or take advantage of Broken Shaker's happy hour with local cuisine. With high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym, this upscale hotel offers convenience and relaxation.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is NT$2,787
NT$3,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4

Room options

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Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Quad

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

7.8 out of 10
Good
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Private Quad

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is NT$3,062
NT$3,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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About the neighborhood

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 30 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 23 min walk
  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 6 min walk
  • State Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

When you stay at Freehand Chicago, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and State Street. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Grand Station (Red Line) is steps away and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 217 rooms
    • Arranged over 17 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1927
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
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Special features

Dining

Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 49 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Freehand Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Freehand Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Chicago?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Freehand Chicago?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 49 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Freehand Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (1-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Freehand Chicago and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Freehand Chicago?

Yes, Broken Shaker offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Freehand Chicago like?

Freehand Chicago is in Downtown Chicago, a short 2-minute walk from Grand Station (Red Line) and 3 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

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Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The on-site bar and restaurant offered great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere. (11 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delicious and a highlight of the stay. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Good spot when staying for lolla
Alfonso Nathaniel, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location was just what needed and at an affordable price
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I appreciated the atmosphere and laid back vibe. Very conveniently located.
santos, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

I liked the safe and ease I felt while staying there. I really appreciate the option to stay in the bunks where I felt secure and at ease.
LaVondra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed many times, great fun!
Saumitra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great convenient stay!
Bria, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Interesting design, close to shopping and the event we came for.
Galina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was exceptionally welcoming
chrysalyne, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would totally stay here again. Loved it for a weekend staycation!
Camila, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very welcoming staff that made sure my stay was safe and pleasurable
Kirk, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really fun
paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The great place to stayed if you are traveling alone
Nonce Selfi, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Liked the style and hip decor.
Toccara, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

really great place to stay for the price. I had a private room, and I loved the lounge and bar area in the hotel -- very cool looking for what is a hostel -- it looks more like an Ace Hotel "lite"
Nellie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Affordable prices and east access to train stations
Karen, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Good value for price. Hotel is chic.
Vuong, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

was nice for sleeping and not staying at the property for a long time
j, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff, easy check in and check out process and valet for bags was handy! thank you
Mitchell, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
mohammed, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved The Freehand! The common areas were wonderful for conversations and hanging out and the bar was great. The staff were super friendly as well. Our only minor complaint was that our room smelled a bit like smoke when we checked into it.
Maggie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional price for the location.
Shaydon, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel in the middle of everything
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great!
Daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Great location but very small rooms!
Mayura, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Cool spot, unique place that we enjoyed!
Brian, 2-night trip